Cleaning Carpet Spots
How long a spot has been in a carpet is a major deciding factor when deciding what to do for its removal. The process can be either simple or tedious depending on this factor. Some spots get removed with the first try. However, there are many stubborn spots that require second and even third applications of cleaning solutions. In fact some spots have a tendency to reappear, even after you thought you removed them.
A single step removal of a carpet spot is possible if the cause is known. This way a suitable cleaning agent can be applied and the spot can be removed.
Using circular motions to remove a spot destroys the carpet's texture. Carpet manufacturers advise using cleaning solutions and patting the area dry. Depending on what caused your spot, choose a cleaning solution designed for that stain and clean the area. As a final step, rinse the spot with clear water, blot dry and put a thickness of several white paper towels over the damp area. Add some weight on top of the towels to optimize absorption of moisture. Once it has dried remove the weight and towels and brush up the carpet pile.
To be on the safe side, always try a new cleaning solution on an inconspicuous area of your carpet. This will let you see whether the solutions you plan to use have any detrimental effect on the color or texture of your carpet.
A combination of peroxide and water can be used for removal of spots of unknown origin. Grease, magic marker and ink can be tackled with several off the shelf cleaners including DeSolvit, WD40 or Orange Clean. Rubbing alcohol is good for removing ink stains. You should let it sit on the spot for half an hour and then mop it up with soap and water before you pat it dry.
A popular method for gum removal is to freeze gum with ice cubes and chip off as much as possible with the blunt side of a kitchen knife. Any residual stain can be removed with a standard spot cleaner. Wax is also frozen and removed with a blunt knife. Removal of any residue will however require the application of heat. A hair dyer should do the trick. If not, iron the spot with the spot covered with white paper to blot up melted wax.
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